Many travelers heading to Costa Rica with kids land at the airport in San Jose, get in their rented car or in a tour bus and promptly leave the city. Costa Rica is an amazingly diverse country and more often than not, people visiting are excited to see the rainforest or travel to the many volcanos Costa Rica is home …
9 Things to Know Before Going to White Sands National Park with Your Family
The national parks truly are America’s treasures. For way too long I took them for granted. So this time when we were near White Sands National Monument camping there was no way I was going to miss out on taking the kids sledding at the famous New Mexico sand dunes. Sledding at White Sands National Monument had been on our …
Things To Do In San Antonio With Kids
The last time we visited San Antonio we were expecting our first child. I was eight months pregnant and it was August. In hindsight probably not the best time to visit a city that is notoriously hot and humid. But we loved it! It’s such a vibrant and unique city full of history. Bringing kids to San Antonio is a …
What You Must Know When Visiting Zion National Park with Kids
The National Parks in this country are truly treasures. I will be the first to admit that before our cross country RV trip I had taken them for granted. After spending the better part of the year traveling this beautiful country, I am so grateful for the people who spend their time taking care of and protecting these lands. We …
Making The Most Out Of Your Space Center Houston Visit
We were all pretty excited about our recent visit to Space Center Houston to get a sneak peek of behind the scenes at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. We are a homeschooling family and we live on the road fulltime so anytime we can trade the books for real life, hands-on learning we all get excited. Space Center Houston is the …
10 Reasons to Book with Costa Rica Family Holidays
Recently I was a guest of Costa Rica Family Holidays, a branch of Il Viaggio Travel, and visited the beautiful and lush country of Costa Rica. It was such an amazing experience. The specialized tours that they offer for families are unparalleled and they are a top choice for family vacations in Costa Rica. Here are the top reasons that …
5 Amazing Arenal Activities for Families in Costa Rica
It’s no secret that Costa Rica is a beautiful family destination. The combination of climate, adventure, wildlife, and cuisine draw travelers year round. One area, in particular, offers many family-friendly activities in Costa Rica. The Arenal area and the city of La Fortuna lie just a few hours from San Jose and have a bunch of activities for all ages …
A Guide to the Perfect Bermuda Family Vacation
Bermuda is one of those destinations that you look at pictures and wonder if it’s really that dreamy in real life. The truth is the pictures don’t do it justice. Bermuda is beautiful. More so than that, it’s also clean, friendly, and one of the best family vacation destinations in the Caribbean. If you are looking for a beach vacation …
10 Reasons Why South Dakota Should Be On Your Family’s Bucket List
When we first got married Reid would always talk about how he dreamed of bringing his family to South Dakota one day. South Dakota?? Why on earth would anyone want to visit South Dakota I wondered? Let’s talk about traveling to Italy, France, and even New York, but South Dakota? I knew Mount Rushmore was a huge family travel destination …
7 Reasons Why Radisson Blu is the best Mall of America Hotel
You know you have found the perfect mix of family-friendly and luxury when upon checkout your toddler is throwing a mild tantrum because he doesn’t want to leave. This is the true story that happened after our stay at the Radisson Blu Mall of America. When it comes to planning a family vacation at the Mall of America, as far …